2009-J5143
LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION honoring William A. Krupman upon the occasion of
his designation for special recognition by the UJA Federation of New
York on May 13, 2010
WHEREAS, It is the custom of this Legislative Body to take note of and
publicly acknowledge individuals who have distinguished themselves
through their exemplary careers, accomplishments, and purposeful lives
of service to their community; and
WHEREAS, Attendant to such concern, and in full accord with its long-
standing traditions, this Legislative Body is justly proud to honor
William A. Krupman upon the occasion of his designation for special
recognition by the UJA Federation of New York at its 2010 Annual Lunch-
eon to be held on Thursday, May 13, 2010, at the Old Oaks Country Club,
Purchase, New York; and
WHEREAS, A man of singular distinction, William A. Krupman has contin-
ually demonstrated extreme competence, extraordinary intelligence and
diligent leadership in his unwavering service to both his community and
profession; and
WHEREAS, An exemplary leader, William A. Krupman is chair emeritus of
Jackson Lewis LLP, a national employment law firm representing manage-
ment in workplace law issues; and
WHEREAS, As an early partner of the firm, William A. Krupman played an
integral role in the growth of Jackson Lewis from a five-lawyer, one-
office firm to a large, nationwide law firm with 625 attorneys and
offices in 45 cities, including White Plains, New York; he is also a
co-author of WINNING NLRB ELECTIONS: MANAGEMENT'S STRATEGY AND PREVEN-
TIVE PROGRAMS; and
WHEREAS, Despite his busy professional life, William A. Krupman has
been called upon to contribute his time and talents to countless civic
and charitable endeavors and has always given of himself unstintingly;
and
WHEREAS, He and his wife are longtime supporters of UJA-Federation of
New York; he is also chair of the Board of Trustees of the Children's
Village, founded in 1851; the Children's Village operates numerous
sites, including a residential treatment center for at-risk youth
located in Dobbs Ferry, New York; and
WHEREAS, A native of Cleveland, Ohio, William A. Krupman holds a B.A.
from Amherst College, an LL.B. from the University of Michigan Law
School, and an LL.M. in labor law from New York University Law School;
he is a member of the New York and Ohio bar associations; and
WHEREAS, With him throughout have been his wife, Anne, their three
children, Pam, Ted and Sally, and their three grandchildren, Katie,
Charlotte, and Angelo, all of whom feel privileged to be a part of his
life and rejoice in his achievements; and
WHEREAS, Rare indeed is the impressive dedication shown by an individ-
ual for the benefit of others which William A. Krupman has displayed
throughout his life; and
WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body that those who
enhance the quality of life in their community and have shown a long and
sustained commitment to the maintenance of high standards in their
profession, certainly have earned the recognition and applause of all
the citizens of this great Empire State; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
honor William A. Krupman upon the occasion of his designation for
special recognition by the UJA Federation of New York on May 13, 2010;
and be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be tran-
smitted to William A. Krupman.